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I come to thee today with news most alarming from across the Narrow Sea. It seems our liege King Charles and his noble Queen Camilla have found themselves in a royal spot of bother during their recent state visit to fair France. Word has reached my ears of tremendous expense and financial turmoil caused by their lavish banquets with President Macron, leading some hot-headed frogs to cry foul over the mounting costs.
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As the details emerge of their opulent entertainments, it is no wonder feelings have become rather frosty amongst the Frenchry. President Macron pulled out all the stops to welcome our monarchs in royal style, though 'twas not without hefty price. For their grand feast at the hallowed halls of Versailles, a staggering sum of £475,000 was spent, heaving the yearly budget further into loose purse strings. This gala featured only the finest viands, from lobsters blue to glazed chicken in champagne -- a true feast for royalty!
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But such extravagance comes at a cost, as the audit hawks were quick to note. Expenses at the Palace now exceed a troubling £16 million, up 14% in a single turn. The watchmen warned of hard decisions to balance the books once more. And this was not the only blow-out banquet, for another affair with the Prime of India approached a mind-boggling £35,700 price tag!
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With France's deficit already among the highest in their fellowship of 27 lands, standing now at a whopping 111% of GDP, this brazen overspending does little to soothe financial woes. Little wonder some Gallic tongues have taken to wagging over hosting kings and their rich repasts. Our King and his Camilla may find popularity across the Channel take a hit after this reveal.
Yet let us not forget the gracious words exchanged 'tween King Charles and President Macron o'er the feast. Our liege spoke most fondly of the tributes to his dear mater upon her passing, from flags flying high to tearful eulogies. He recalled their first royal visit to France as fresh flowers, dancing into dusk at Chequers cared. And our sapling Prince was smitten even afore birth by their romances abroad!
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To honor ties old and new, gifts were exchanged 'tween friends across the seas. Photos from years past for Macron, and for our King a golden coin and novel prize. So while excesses may vex fiscal hawks across the water, the bonds of fellowship 'tween kingdoms remain strong as ever.
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Still, they must tread more lightly in future, these royals who rely on subjects' purses both home and abroad. Extravagance at others' expense risks fraying the goodwill upon which monarchies depend. A tighter grip must take hold over expenditures so outlandish, lest discontent grow where now exist warm welcomes.
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Our King and his fair Queen would do well heed such dangers, and temper pomp with principle of prudent provision. For in days of deficits grown deep as any dungeon, even devoted doters risk mutiny should costs climb over high. This lesson they must learn from far-flung foes and friends alike: spend within your earnings, Your Graces, and safeguard the treasured trust that crowns alone cannot command.
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Let this serve as warning for gastly gallivants galore. I shall continue monitoring across the Narrow Sea for signs this message was received loud and clear. Until next we speak, stay well and keep thy purse strings as sturdy as thy loyalty to the throne! Farewell for now, good people.
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